PipsissewaChimaphila umbellata

Other common names:
Common Pipsissewa, Prince's PineOther scientific names: Chimaphilla corymbosa, Pyrola umbellataFrench names:
Chimaphille à ombellesFamily: Heath Family (Ericaceae), (Pyrola Family (Pyrolaceae))Distinctive features: Sub-ShrubFlowers: Summer; White; 5 parts (petals)Leaves: Opposite/Whorled, SimpleHabitat: ForestsBooks: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 284 Native/Non-native:
NativePhotography notes:
Pipsissewa flowers are hard to photograph as they all point downward, and this is a very low growing plant.Origin and Meaning of Names:
Scientific Name: umbellata: bearing umbelsFor more information visit: Ontario Trees and ShrubsPhotographs:
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Pipsissewa flowers opening in late June.

Closeup of Pipsissewa flower. Note the large drop of liquid in the center.